Have you heard about the federal government’s “Better Buildings” initiative, a program aiming to up the energy efficiency of commercial buildings by 20 percent in the next 10 years? Earlier this month, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) “applauded” the green initiative, noting that architects have been proponents of sustainability and energy... [Read more...]

Remember this? The water cube became the symbol of the 2008 Beijing Olympics.  The building was noted for its unique design, energy efficiency and innovative use of materials. It is also considered one of the "fastest" pools in the world and boasted 25 world records during the Olympics. Well, fast forward to 2010 and take a look at the water cube... [Read more...]